Whatever happened on Mount Tabor within the hearts of Peter, James and John, we will never know. The experience was more than words can describe. But certainly, the three Apostles had an experience of the glory of Jesus, the Son of God.
Read MoreApostle Saint James the Greater, brother of Saint John and one of the three who spent time with the Lord on significant occasions, was a fisherman called by Jesus to follow him. Most likely, he was the first to be martyred, and witness to the faith with his blood. He and Saint John were nicknamed “Sons of Thunder” by Jesus.
Read MoreWe celebrate two great saints today, Saints Peter and Paul. Saint Peter is often considered the Apostle to the Jews and Saint Paul to the Gentiles (based, most probably, on his extensive travels among the Gentiles). Together they witnessed to the budding of Christianity, and both laid down their lives for the faith.
Read MoreIn the Style of Neoclassicism – recreate ‘The Transfiguration’ by Raphael – he upper half shows Jesus Christ floating above a cloud with Moses and Elijah on either side of him while in the lower half, Jesus’ disciples are reacting to the Transfiguration. Scholars view the painting as a depiction of the human experience of transformation and spiritual growth. The figure of Jesus Christ is shown as the light that shines above the disciples. — using bold Color
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